Quality Technician

Adient plc; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Adient plc in Normal, IL is seeking a Quality Inspector to join the manufacturing quality team. You will perform inspections, audits, and testing to ensure conformance of incoming, in-process, and finished products. The role requires 2+ years in quality within manufacturing, with automotive experience preferred.

You will support SPC checks, maintain quality records, and collaborate with production and suppliers to resolve issues, contributing to continuous improvement and safety adherence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of quality experience in manufacturing.
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of quality tools and inspection techniques.
• Experience with SPC preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and audits of incoming, in-process, and finished products.
• Conduct dimensional, functional, and layout inspections.
• Perform product conformance testing and validation activities.
• Conduct daily SPC checks and monitor process performance.
• Maintain accurate quality records and documentation.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions using 5 Why and 8D.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to resolve quality concerns.

Skills

Quality inspections

Auditing

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Precision measurement tools

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Working hours: 2nd Shift: 6:30 PM – 3:30 AM

Quality Inspection & Testing

• Perform inspections and audits of incoming, in-process, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Conduct dimensional, functional, and layout inspections as required.
• Perform product conformance testing and validation activities, including H-point and effort testing.
• Conduct daily Statistical Process Control (SPC) checks and monitor process performance.
• Perform measurements and quality evaluations for both internal and customer requirements.
• Conduct Gage Repeatability & Reproducibility (Gage R&R) studies and support Measurement System Analysis (MSA) activities.
• Perform color vision testing for employees when required.

Quality Systems & Documentation

• Maintain accurate quality records, reports, logs, and documentation.
• Prepare and maintain quality display boards and visual management tools.
• Ensure all quality documentation remains compliant with company and customer requirements.
• Coordinate calibration activities and maintain calibration records for gauges, laboratory equipment, and testing devices.
• Review and understand customer-specific quality requirements and ensure compliance.

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

• Support Quality Engineers and production teams in responding to line-side quality concerns and customer issues.
• Assist in root cause analysis and corrective action activities using structured problem-solving methods such as 5 Why and 8D.
• Partner with manufacturing personnel to resolve product and process quality concerns.
• Collaborate with customers and suppliers to investigate and resolve quality-related issues.
• Support pilot builds and new product launches through: Bill of Materials (BOM) reviews, Build monitoring, Documentation of issues, Quality validation checks, Customer submission requirements.

Safety & Teamwork

• Actively support a safe and healthy work environment by following all safety procedures and reporting unsafe conditions.
• Participate in safety initiatives, audits, ergonomic committees, Kaizen events, and continuous improvement activities.
• Contribute to achieving plant safety, environmental, and sustainability objectives.
• Maintain professional working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Support training initiatives and work overtime as needed to meet business objectives.

Qualifications Required

Education

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of Quality experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of quality tools, inspection techniques, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) preferred.
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Preferred Skills

• Experience with formal problem-solving methodologies such as: 5 Why Analysis 8D Problem Solving.
• Strong auditing and inspection skills.
• Excellent communication and analytical abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.

Technical Skills

• Understanding of quality management systems and manufacturing quality standards.
• Ability to read and interpret: Safety procedures, Technical instructions, Engineering and quality documentation.
• Experience using precision measurement tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
• Ability to create and maintain quality reports and documentation.
• Working knowledge of calibration processes and measurement systems.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to operate inspection, measuring, and testing equipment with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and move products weighing up to 50 lbs. with assistance.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and support multiple production areas as needed.

PRIMARY LOCATION

Normal Adient (NYSE: ADNT) is a global leader in automotive seating. With more than 65,000 employees in 29 countries, Adient operates ~200 manufacturing/assembly plants worldwide. We produce and deliver automotive seating for all major OEMs. From complete seating systems to individual components, our expertise spans every step of the automotive seat-making process. We take our products from research and design to engineering and manufacturing — and into millions of vehicles every year. For more information, please visit www.adient.com.